26 Weeks: Oh baby!

Oh boy...oh baby! 

The bump is here to stay...and no matter what I wear now...there's no hiding it!

How far along? 26 Weeks {27 starting tomorrow!}
Baby Size: A cabbage or the length of a English hothouse cucumber {about 14 inches}
Total weight gain: 15-16 pounds

Maternity clothes? Maternity leggings...I am loving Be Maternity leggings over at Target...SO comfy.  And I just got some pants from Gilt.com along with a Liz Lange dress, thanks to Andee's recommendation.  I'm thinking I will need to bite the bullet soon and get some tops too.
Stretch marks? Not yet, and luckily my belly has not been itching the way I hear it can at this stage.

Sleep: This week, I've been tossing and turning a little more than normal, which is not easy with this belly.  But overall, it's been pretty good still!
Best moment this week: Ordering the rocker and getting more things in for the nursery!  Exciting!  OH and the barista at Starbucks asked me when I was due.  I know I look huge in these pictures but it really surprised me!  I just can't believe people can look at me know and know I'm preggers.  Makes me really happy!
Miss Anything? We've finally got some snow in Tahoe, which means lazy and uneventful weekends for me.  When you're stuck indoors, there's not a TON you can do...so I do miss being more social and active!
Movement: Lots of movement...I just love sitting with my belly and watching him go.  We can also really feel his little body from the outside now...it's crazy to push around and feel where it gets harder.  Just so surreal that I'm growing this little life.
Food cravings: Let's just say that if we have a fro yo place nearby, I would be eating that morning, noon, and night.  Sad for me...but probably for the best.  Still loving other sweets, like cuties, jam & toast, and Frosted Mini Wheat cereal.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Hmmm nothing really, though I avoid red meat and raw onions.
Gender: Studly little guy.
Labor Signs: No
Symptoms: Still pain in my upper left shoulder blade...seems to be brought on my stress and sitting too long.  When I'm lounging on the couch, it's non-existent.  And yeah, it's harder to bend over to put on my shoes...the belly is definitely getting in the way!
Belly Button in or out?  Still in...for now!
Wedding rings on or off?  On, though if I get too hot from exercising, my fingers swell up, so I avoid wearing my rings then.
Mood: Still super happy and upbeat for the most part!  Ready to move into the third trimester.
Looking forward to: My baby shower down in Newport Beach this weekend!  Cannot wait to see my family and friends and show off the bump!  Hopefully Baby Schue will be active and they can feel some kicks too!  :)



OH and I just had to include this picture.  Wilson already loves his baby brother so much!

xo natasha

59 comments :

  1. Woow the bump has definitely made his appearance. You look great!

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  2. ok, the belly has officially popped out! Looking great!

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  3. *SQUEAL* you look AMAZING!!!
    I was just thinking it was the other day when you posted 12 weeks {?} my how time FLIES!!

    Love this post!
    Angie x

    http://aisforlove.blogspot.com

    ps my ovaries just flipped! so clucky :p

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  4. Aww that last picture is just precious :) The pup is loving the bump too!

    You're looking amazing, and your right, the bump is here to stay!

    xxx
    Jenna

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  5. You look amazing! I am sure the gal at Starbuck's was just making small talk. LOL Love the picture with your sweet pooch!!

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  6. You look so gorgeous Natasha! + I just adore that photo of Wilson staring at your belly, just too cute! xx

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  7. Wow, I missed one week and look at you, totally cute! Love that look from Wilson!

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  8. You look fantastic!

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  9. Wilson looking at the bump is too cute. :)

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  10. The bump is totally here to stay! You look great! And I love that Wilson is already in love with his baby brother...such a cute picture!

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  11. I LOVE the way you dress your bump!! All of your outfits I LOVE!!

    Yay on the glider!! I remember how excited we were to get our's!! Can not wait to see when you finish the nursery! :)

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  12. omg you might be the cutest preg. woman i have ever seen! you look great!

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  13. You look amazing, and you are seriously rocking your maternity outfits :) That picture with Wilson is adorable!

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  14. So sweet! You are totally glowing, lady! I remember feeling as though I popped right around 26 weeks too! It was a great time for me to do my maternity shots because after that... I got huge! You look beautiful and love the photo with your pup! I'm sure he will make a great big brother!

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  15. Oh my goodness, that picture with Wilson is absolutely precious!! I Love it! :)

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  16. wow, you look amazing!! definitely blooming :) i can't believe how much your belly grows in a week -- so exciting!! xx

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  17. I absolutely LOVE this outfit on you with your belly!! you look so cute Natasha. Of course the last pic melts my heart too!!

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  18. SO darling. What colors are you doing the nursery? A little birdie needs to know!

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  19. You look so gorgeous :) You are glowing :)

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  20. You look so adorable. I agree with the other ladies--glowing for sure. :) And I have to admit--in this post--wilson stole the show. :)

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  21. You look great. The pain in your shoulder blade, do you ever feel it after a big meal or if you are gassy? I had a pain on my right shoulder blade that came off and on when I was pregnant with Layla. I would get it more often when I was sitting as at that time I still had a full time job and was working in front of a computer all day pretty much. My OB said it was probably trapped gas that worked itself up in my shoulder.

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  22. I love your glow! And your bump is so beautiful!

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  23. So cute! Wilson is going to be the best big brother. :)

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  24. looking fab mama! Thanks for the love I'm sure both dresses will look perfect on you!!! It beautiful down here in OC ;) Hoping it stays that way for your shower! xo

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  25. Looking fabulous lovely! You are so adorable and so is that baby bump.

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  26. You look great! I love the picture with Wilson!

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  27. You look great! I am loving those leggings from Target too. I have a feeling they may sneak into my post-pregnancy wardrobe....

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  28. Look at that belly! You definitely popped! So exciting, I love these weekly updates so much!

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  29. Oh I love the photo with Wilson. So glad you are feeling well. And you are such a gorgeous mama! :)

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  30. Oh I love that picture of you and Wilson! So adorable! You are looking fabulous as usual!

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  31. the pic with wilson is adorable!

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  32. SOOO CUTE girl!

    Can't wait for April 28th!! Got Pea in the Pod, Rosie Pope, Ann Taylor Maternity and Isabella Oliver!

    <3

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  33. Love the picture with you and Wilson! So cute!

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  34. So darn cute. Love reading these!! Wilson is such a cutie.

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  35. You look gorgeous!! I can't wait to see what you do with the nursery!! If you have a minute stop by and see my new shelves!

    http://adashofkennedy.blogspot.com/2012/03/from-gangly-gallery-wall-to-superb.html

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  36. You look amazing Natasha...oh and I just love the look on Wilson's face, so so cute...he's adorable!
    Have a great week x

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  37. Looking SO good Mama Schue! Baby Schue is arriving so incredibly soon!

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  38. you're getting there!! and looking cute as ever!! can't wait to see this nugget. glad to read all the status updates! ;)

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  39. Such an exciting time! You look so adorable too.

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  40. You and your bump look great!! :)

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  41. you are all tummy hunny!! Love the pic with the pup!

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  42. All belly :) What a sweet pic and I love your blog! Looks like you are having a happy and healthy pregnancy!

    leslie

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  43. That picture with Wilson is adorable!

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  44. You look amazing! That picture with Wilson is so cute! And I just bought a similar chambray shirt and seeing you in it has me excited to wear it!

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  45. Look at the bump...it's so cute! Glad you are feeling good and how fun that your shower is this weekend! Bet you will get lots of great stuff for the little one. That picture of you and Wilson is so stinking cute. Made my day!

    Jayme @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  46. Oh my goodness, that picture of Wilson. TOO cute! I think that one needs to be framed and put up in the nursery!

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  47. Baby Boy, is growing!!! Super Cute.

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  48. I'm impressed with your status! That's wonderful!!!!! xoxo A-

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  49. Very exciting! You look as fabulous as ever and Wilson just looks precious!
    -Shelley

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  50. Oohhh there's that baby bump growing beautifully! So happy for you and glad that you are feeling great!

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  51. You look so beautiful!

    And that last picture killed me! The way he's looking at your bump is priceless.

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  52. Yay for progress in the nursery!
    Newport Beach?! How exciting! I know you'll enjoy every bit of it!

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